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Meadows Bank Named SBA Nevada Lender of the Year
On April 11, 2019, the Nevada District office of the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the 2019 Lender Awards, honoring lenders for their commitment to providing critical capital to Nevada’s small businesses in 2018. Meadows Bank is proud to be honored as the SBA Nevada... - April 30, 2019 - Meadows Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Celebrates Financial Literacy Month with Almost 300 Students
Teach Children To Save Day is an opportunity for bankers to demonstrate their commitment to community by teaching young people the value of saving. Spencer Savings Bank recently celebrated Financial Literacy Month with almost 300 students across various schools in New Jersey. Bank employees participated in “Teach Children To Save Day” events and taught fifth and sixth grade students lesson plans on the importance of saving and other money management skills. - April 30, 2019 - Spencer Savings Bank
Partner Colorado Credit Union Announces Record Results with Latest High-Rate CD Promotion
Part of Credit Union’s Ongoing Strategy to Attract & Retain Deposits. - April 28, 2019 - Partner Colorado Credit Union
Partner Colorado Foundation Announces Record $500K Fund
Partner Colorado Credit Union announced today that the Partner Colorado Foundation has reached the $500K mark, a milestone achieved through the generosity of the credit union and its corporate and community partners. The Partner Colorado Foundation, committed to the credit union philosophy of... - April 28, 2019 - Partner Colorado Credit Union
Khalti Digital Wallet in Nepal Gets License from Central Bank to Operate as Payment Service Provider
Nepal Rastra Bank, the central bank of Nepal, has provided Khalti, a Payment Service Provider (PSP) license under its "Payment and Settlement Bylaw 2072" for Wallet Services through telecommunication technology and internet. Along with digital payment services, now Khalti will also... - April 26, 2019 - Khalti Digital Wallet
Singapore’s Leading Corporate Service Provider In.Corp Global Gets a New COO
In.Corp Global has appointed a new Chief Operating Officer, Terence Ng, who has more than 20 years of experience in accounting and business support for growing businesses, including foreign entities expanding their businesses into Singapore. - April 25, 2019 - In.Corp Group
Coatesville Savings Bank Names Steven C. Cunningham Senior Vice President of Lending
Coatesville Savings Bank has announced that Steven C. Cunningham has been named Senior Vice President of Lending. In that capacity he also serves as a member of the bank’s Senior Management Team and oversees the entire lending operation for the bank. Mr. Cunningham joined Coatesville Savings... - April 24, 2019 - Coatesville Savings Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Donates $7,500 to CBHCare in Support of Mental Health
Spencer Savings Bank continues to support mental health and wellness in their community. They recently made a $7,500 donation to CBHCare, in support of mental health services in its community. The nonprofit organization, celebrating its 50th Anniversary, is the leader in behavioral health care services for New Jersey and Bergen County, offering compassionate and mental health services to thousands in Northern New Jersey. - April 22, 2019 - Spencer Savings Bank
Element Zero Launches Public TestNet Showcasing New Protocol, Effectively Eliminating Volatility
Element Zero Network, a not-for-profit next generation payment network that addresses the weaknesses of existing stablecoin methodologies, announced today that the Testnet phase for the new Stability Protocol methodology has been completed. Public audiences will be able to interact with the world’s first algorithmic stablecoin prior to fundraising. - April 20, 2019 - Element Zero Network
Scaling Mini Grids for Last Mile Electrification in Sub-Saharan Africa is the Focus of May 2019 Summit in Nairobi
The 5th Africa Mini Grids Summit 2019 will convene on May 8-10 in Nairobi, Kenya. This fifth edition of the Africa-wide conference will once again gather electricity regulators, utilities operators, mini grids developers, financiers, engineering and consulting experts, technology providers, and... - April 18, 2019 - Magenta Global Pte Ltd
ProgressSoft Sparks the Interest of Central Banks at the Currency Conference in Dubai
ProgressSoft Corporation concludes a loudly successful inaugurate participation at the Currency Conference, bringing its Blockchain-based Central Bank Digital Currency to more than 70 central banks this past week in Dubai, UAE. The premier conference gathered a circa of 400 participants including... - April 17, 2019 - ProgressSoft Corporation
Universal Guaranty Life Insurance Company Announces Support of Eric Oliver
Universal Guaranty Life Insurance Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of UTG, Inc., announced today its enthusiastic support for the election of Eric Oliver as trustee of Texas Pacific Land Trust (TPL) at the special meeting of shareholders to be held on May 22, 2019. - April 16, 2019 - First Southern National Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Donates $30,000 Towards Historic Paper Plant Destruction, Assists Employees and Honors First Responders
A bank that is dedicated to their community doesn't go unnoticed. Spencer Savings Bank recently made a $30,000 donation to benefit those who suffered through the Marcal Paper Plant fire tragedy. - April 12, 2019 - Spencer Savings Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Raises Over $18,500 with 8th Year New York Football Giants Snow Bowl Participation
The Special Olympics has been changing attitudes about the talents of people with intellectual disabilities and creating a more inclusive world. Spencer Savings Bank has raised $18,633 for Special Olympics New Jersey, with its 8th year participation in the New York Football Giants Snow Bowl. The bank continues to be one of the strongest supporters of the organization, coming in as the 2nd highest fundraising team overall, continuing its streak of being one of the top three fundraising teams. - April 03, 2019 - Spencer Savings Bank
Deloitte and Innovative Assessments to Help Improve Credit Scoring for the Underbanked
Deloitte and Innovative Assessments have entered into an alliance that will allow banks to reliably approve more loans among traditionally underserved consumers. - April 01, 2019 - Innovative Assessments
Sarasota Title Services, Inc. Hires Director of Business Development
Sarasota Title Services, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of a new Director of Business Development to its team. Robin Eekhof brings more than 15 years of sales and marketing experience to the position, with a strong focus on customer success and satisfaction. - April 01, 2019 - Sarasota Title Services, Inc.
GE Real Estate Consulting, LLC's Englesbe Cites Indicators for Positive Housing and Refinance Market
Greg Englesbe, an investment banker and philanthropist with 23 years in the residential mortgage business, has confidence in the housing market and is predicting a turnaround in the refinance market. Pointing to recent data from Black Knight, there are now 3.27 million homeowners who could reduce... - March 26, 2019 - Gregory Englesbe
Summit to Deliver Insights on Myanmar Insurance Market Opportunities
INTO MYANMAR Insurance Summit 2019 to convene in Yangon this June. - March 25, 2019 - Magenta Global Pte Ltd
Mars Bank Promotes Mortgage Originator to Officer Position
Mars Bank promoted Megan Legursky, a mortgage originator with the bank since 2017 to the position of Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Loan Officer. Ms. Legursky serves customers in the greater Pittsburgh area with mortgages for purchase or refinance, home equity loans, and connects customers with... - March 23, 2019 - Mars Bank
Mars Bank Promotes Two to Vice President
Mars Bank promoted Hope Pifer to Vice President, Senior Financial Analyst and Stefanie Neff to Vice President, Loan Operations Manager. Each plays an integral role in the operations of the bank. “Hope and Stefanie are part of the next generation leaders that are so critical to our... - March 23, 2019 - Mars Bank
Khalti Launches QR-Code-Based Event Ticketing Facility in Nepal
Ticket Booking and Payments for All Types of Events in Nepal Now Possible via Mobile Phone. - March 20, 2019 - Khalti Digital Wallet
Spencer Savings Bank Welcomes New Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Spencer Savings Bank is pleased to welcome its newest member to the executive management team, Steven M. Fusco, as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Fusco will be responsible for the overall management of Spencer’s Finance Division, including the areas of accounting,... - March 18, 2019 - Spencer Savings Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Helps Eva’s Village Prepare Clients for Job Success
Many individuals go to Eva’s Village to find hope and a new beginning. Spencer Savings Bank, a community bank headquartered in Elmwood Park, N.J., recently partnered up with Eva’s Village to empower, mentor and prepare Eva’s Village clients for job success. The Paterson-based nonprofit works to break the cycle of poverty and addiction through a unique and integrated approach. - March 06, 2019 - Spencer Savings Bank
A Leading New Fintech Startup Ecosystem from CFTE
CFTE reveals the imminent launch of its Fintech startup ecosystem, at La Place in Paris. - February 28, 2019 - CFTE
Khalti Digital Wallet Launches Smart Daughter Program to Promote Digital and Financial Literacy Among Girls and Young Women Across Nepal
Khalti, a digital payment platform in Nepal has announced the launch of a special "Smart Daughter" program today. The program is aimed at empowering girls and young women in Nepal through financial knowledge and skills. As part of this initiative, 10,000 adolescent girls and women from... - February 25, 2019 - Khalti Digital Wallet
Mars Bancorp Named to 2019 OTCQX Best 50
Mars Bancorp (OTCQX: MNBP) is pleased to announce it was named to the 2019 OTCQX® Best 50, a ranking of top performing companies traded on the OTCQX Best Market last year. Mars Bancorp is the parent company of Mars Bank. - February 22, 2019 - Mars Bank
Healthcare Systems Federal Credit Union Upgrades to Dolphin Debit to Manage Its ATMs
To improve service levels, Healthcare Systems Federal Credit Union has turned over management of its 20 ATMs to Dolphin Debit, the full-service ATM management company. Healthcare Systems FCU, based in Falls Church, Virginia, serves members who work or volunteer in the healthcare industry in... - February 15, 2019 - Dolphin Debit
Mission Federal Credit Union Survey Finds San Diegans Are Concerned About Housing Market
Mission Federal Credit Union, San Diego’s largest, locally-based financial institution exclusively serving San Diego County, has conducted a survey to learn about how San Diegans feel about the housing market in San Diego County. The housing market has been challenging for many San Diegans... - February 14, 2019 - Mission Federal Credit Union
Al Ghurair Exchange Strengthens Its Bond with UBL Bank Pakistan
Al Ghurair Exchange enhances its relationship with UBL Bank Pakistan. United Bank Limited (UBL) leads the banking and financial services sector in Pakistan which allows customers to send cash and conduct bank transfers across Pakistan from any of AL Ghurair Exchange branches located across... - February 14, 2019 - Al Ghurair Exchange
Mission Federal Credit Union Conducts Survey to Learn How San Diegans Shop for Cars
Mission Federal Credit Union, San Diego’s largest, locally-based financial institution exclusively serving San Diego County, conducted a survey of 400 San Diegans between the ages of 25 and 54, to learn about how San Diegans shop for a new vehicle. Questions explored how survey participants... - February 11, 2019 - Mission Federal Credit Union
Mission Federal Credit Union Surveys San Diegans About Their Credit Habits
Mission Federal Credit Union, San Diego’s largest locally based financial institution exclusively serving San Diego County, has conducted a survey of 400 San Diego County residents between the ages of 25 and 54, asking questions about credit card use and paying down credit card debt. The... - February 07, 2019 - Mission Federal Credit Union
Meadows Bank Net Income Rises 33% in 2018
Meadows Bank, headquartered in Las Vegas, NV, announced today that in 2018 the Bank’s After Tax Net Income grew 33% to $15.8 million, up from 11.9 million in 2017. As of December 31, 2018, Total Assets of Meadows Bank grew by 9% from the prior year end to $858.7 million from $791.0... - February 06, 2019 - Meadows Bank
Potrero Hill Restaurant Avoids Rising Rent by Purchasing Building with SBA 504 Loan from TMC Financing
TMC Financing helped owners of Plow to secure $2.5 million in total project cost through the SBA 504 loan program. The funds were used to purchase a 4,000 square foot mixed-use property in the Potrero Hill neighborhood of San Francisco. - February 06, 2019 - TMC Financing
Spencer Savings Bank Holds Annual Meeting and Announces Board of Directors Election Results
Dedicated leader and 40 year banking veteran is re-elected to the bank’s Board of Directors. Spencer Savings Bank, a community bank headquartered in Elmwood Park, N.J., has re-elected Jose B. Guerrero to the bank’s Board of Directors, for a term of three years. The election was announced at its Annual Meeting, held at the Royal Manor in Garfield, on January 24, 2019. - January 31, 2019 - Spencer Savings Bank
Introducing FinArt – A New Way to Track Expenses and Budget
After successful validation in India and 4 other countries, FinArt (automated expense & budget tracking app with data privacy controls) is now available in your region. - January 27, 2019 - FinArt
First Service Credit Union Member Wins $50,000 in Cash Rewards Sweepstakes
One lucky member of First Service Credit Union was handed a check for $50,000 after winning the grand prize in the credit union’s 2018 Cash Rewards Sweepstakes. The lucky winner, Dennis Sanders of Lake Jackson has been a member of First Service since 2005. Sanders has remained a First... - January 27, 2019 - First Service Credit Union
Mars Bank, Butler Radio Team Up to Support Veterans in Need
Mars Bank and the Butler Radio Network presented a check for $3,200 to Veterans in Need of Butler County. The bank and WISR, WBUT, and 97.7 The Rock Station donated as well as raised funds at community events, the Veterans Day Parade in Butler, and at Mars Bank locations. Veterans in Need provides... - January 17, 2019 - Mars Bank
Spencer Savings Bank’s Annual Toy Drive Brings Joy to Hundreds of Children in the Community
Bringing a smile to a child's face is always a wonderful sight to see during the holidays. Spencer Savings Bank held its annual toy drive in December, bringing joy to hundreds of children in the local community. Employees from the bank, some dressing up as Santa and Mrs. Claus, visited local nonprofits to pass out toys to the excited children and hear all about their holiday wishes. - January 15, 2019 - Spencer Savings Bank
Mars Bank’s Shawn Proper Appointed to Statewide Policy Committee
Shawn R. Proper, Senior Vice President Mortgage and Consumer Lending at Mars Bank, has been appointed to the Pennsylvania Bankers Association’s (PA Bankers) Government Relations Policy Committee. - January 10, 2019 - Mars Bank
Meadows Bank Increases Rate on IOLTA Funds to Support Organizations That Provide Low or No-Cost Legal Aid
Meadows Bank, Member FDIC, announced that it has raised the interest rate paid on IOLTA Funds (Lawyers Trust Accounts). The earned interest from the Interest on Lawyers Trust Account (IOLTA) program is an important source of funding for the organizations supported by the Nevada Bar Foundation,... - January 08, 2019 - Meadows Bank
Paytah App Goes Live and Customers Now Have Access to IBAN Accounts Running on the Blockchain
Paytah Payment Solutions announced the release of its new digital platform: The Paytah Wallet – a multicurrency account App running on the blockchain. - January 04, 2019 - Paytah Payment Solutions
Hensley / Elam Announces Sponsorship in Kentucky Cyber Security Conference
Russ Hensley, CEO of Hensley / Elam, announces that his firm will sponsor the 5th annual Kentucky Cyber Security Conference. - January 02, 2019 - Hensley / Elam
Khalti Teams Up with Foodmandu to Facilitate Digital Payment for Online Food Delivery in Nepal
Khalti, an emerging digital wallet and payment gateway in Nepal has announced partnership with Foodmandu, Nepal’s No. 1 online food delivery platform. Amit Agrawal, Director of Khalti and Manohar Adhikari, Founder and CEO of Foodmandu signed the partnership agreement on Thursday, 27 December... - December 29, 2018 - Khalti Digital Wallet
Spencer Savings Bank Recognizes Anthony Niciejewski, NJBankers Emerging Leaders Rising Star Award Winner
Anthony Niciejewski, Spencer Savings Bank’s Business Banking Officer, was recently honored with the NJBankers Emerging Leaders Rising Star Award. Spencer sat down with Anthony to learn about paving a path to success – his way. - December 26, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
InCorp Group Acquires Cekindo Group, Indonesia
InCorp Group, Singapore’s leading corporate services company, announced today the acquisition with Cekindo Bisnis Grup, a consultancy firm headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. Founded in 2011, Cekindo Grup offers the following corporate services: • company registration • company... - December 25, 2018 - In.Corp Group
REALTOR Recognized for Service | Stephanie Kuhlman of NAI Harmon Group Receives NAR National Commercial Award
NAI Harmon Group is pleased to announce that Stephanie Kuhlman has been awarded the NAR National Commercial Award and is Northwest Ohio’s regional recipient. Award recipients are REALTOR® members of the National Association of REALTORS and nominated by their state, local board, or... - December 19, 2018 - NAI Harmon Group
Khalti Digital Wallet Brings Online Stall Booking and Payment Facility to CAN InfoTech 2019, Nepal’s Largest ICT Exhibition
Khalti partners with the Federation of Computer Association of Nepal to bring online payment facility for stall booking for Nepal’s largest ICT exhibition, CAN InfoTech 2019. - December 12, 2018 - Khalti Digital Wallet
EQDerivatives Launches Machine Learning/Alt Data Platform, machineByte
machineByte is a platform dedicated to machine learning in investment management across data, learning types, markets and asset classes. - December 08, 2018 - machineByte
Meadows Bank Ranks #1 in Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) and 504 Lending
Meadows Bank announced that it finished the U.S. Small Business Administration fiscal year ending 9/30/18 as the #1 lender in SBA 7(a) and 504 loans in Nevada (ranked by dollar volume). “Meadows Bank continues to demonstrate its dedication to the local Nevada economy by being named... - December 04, 2018 - Meadows Bank
Khalti Digital Wallet Users in Nepal Can Now Directly Book Film Tickets on the App
Khalti partners with FCUBE Cinemas, Q’s Cinemas, BSR Movies, and Mid-Town Galleria to launch movie ticketing system on its platform. - December 04, 2018 - Khalti Digital Wallet